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Changes to the DSM-V As a specialist in Autism assessment, many parents have come to my practice with questions about how changes in the new Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, Fifth Edition (DSM-V) will affect their child with Autism. Some fear that with the diagnostic changes in the DSM-V, their child will no longer meet criteria for ASD, which may …

Perspective on Medication for Autism Spectrum Disorder by Jane Yip, PhD from Autism Parent Care, LLC www.autismparentcare.com. Stewart is a 13-year old boy with severe autism. His father, on the other hand, is as dedicated as a parent can get and given up his full time job to be by Stewart’s side as full time companion. Since 3 years old, Stewart has been …

Q&A with Dr. David Posey A psychiatrist specializing in autism answers questions from parents.